PlanGan Official Plan - Review and Update 2026

The Town of Gananoque is in the process of preparing a new Official Plan 2026. This page will be continually updated throughout the process as new documents and engagement opportunities become available. Comments and feedback are welcomed at all stages of the review process and can be emailed to plangan@gananoque.ca or submitted using the form at the bottom of this page.

Introduction

The Official Plan is a policy document that establishes the vision and goals for the community for the next 25 years. Review of the Plan ensures that policies continue to reflect the goals of the community and align with updated provincial policies and legislation.

Latest Draft for Comment

DRAFT Official Plan for Public Comment - October 2026

Schedule A Land-Use

Schedule Appendix 1 Fire

Schedule B Natural Features and Constraints

Schedule C Drinking Water

Schedule D Transportation

How You Can Participate:

  • Submit written comments at any time throughout the project process by emailing plangan@gananoque.ca.
  • Once the dates for the formal Public Open House(s) and/or Statutory Public Meeting(s) have been determined and announced, comments will also be accepted by the Municipal Clerk in accordance with the applicable public notice requirements, up to and including the dates of the formal public consultation events, which are anticipated to take place in winter 2027.
  • Attend and participate in the formal Public Open House(s) and/or Statutory Public Meeting(s) to learn more about the project, ask questions, and provide comments. Meeting dates will be announced once confirmed.

Background Reports

December 2024

DRAFT Official Plan for Public Comment - December 2024

September 21, 2021

The Background Report prepared by J.L. Richards & Associates provides a summary of key information from various sources (including the Census, Development Charges Background Study, and Recreation Masterplan), describes the existing provincial policy framework, summarizes existing Official Plan policies and is intended to serve as a basis for recommended policy directions and changes. Recommended policy directions and changes will be made available in draft-format for public comment and feedback prior to adoption of the plan.

Full Document

Draft Background Report - Full (click to open document in new page)

Document By Section

Presentations and Media

Comments and Feedback

Please use this form to submit your comments and feedback regarding the Official Plan Review and Update 2025.